33 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smith, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Stephen Smith, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Smith completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Medical Oncology; Univ Fl Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Smith is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (615) 322-3000.
Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Medical Oncology; Univ Fl Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
Is Dr. Smith board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Smith typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Smith diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Smith. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Essential Thrombocythemia
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Platelet Disorder
- Essential thrombocythemia
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ)
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ET
- Primary Thrombocythemia
- Hemorrhagic Thrombocythemia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D473: Essential (hemorrhagic) thrombocythemia
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Cold Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
- Anemia
- Autoimmune Disease
- Cold Agglutinin Disease
- Cold AIHA
- Cold antibody hemolytic anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5912: Cold autoimmune hemolytic anemia
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Smith typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Smith may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Smith's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Smith in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
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Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881682532.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Stephen Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Asheville, NC.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Stephen Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Stephen Smith accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (615) 322-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Smith have?
Dr. Stephen Smith is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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